Healthcare workwear protects medical professionals from pathogens. Coveralls, gowns, safety glasses or face shields, masks, gloves, lab coats, scrubs, shoes, and boot covers are among the types of healthcare workwear are available in the market, which cover almost every part of the body. Medical professionals choose healthcare workwear according to the requirements of their job. Safety glasses or face shields are plastic goggles that provide protection against sudden splashes of fluids such as blood, vomit, and excrement. Covering mouth and nose with masks prevents exhalation of microorganisms in sterile environment. Healthcare workwear such as masks, gowns, and face shields help prevent the spread of virus and provide protection to the healthcare workers, including doctors, nursing professionals, and other hospital staff.
In 2019, Europe held the largest share of the global healthcare workwear market. The rise in number of surgical procedures contributes to the dominance of the region in the global market. According to Eurostat, ~1.4 million cesarean sections were performed in the EU in 2017. Further, the geriatric population in Europe is anticipated to increase over the next few years. According to a report by the European Commission, the old-age dependency ratio is projected to increase from 29.6% in 2016 to over 50.0% by 2070. Also, the rising incidence of chronic diseases is propelling the overall number of surgeries undertaken in the region. According to the European Chronic Disease Alliance, chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke as well as chronic respiratory diseases are the leading causes of mortality in Europe, representing 77% of the total disease burden and 86% of all deaths. European Society of Gynecological Oncology (ESGO), European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO), and European Society of Pathology (ESP) are establishing evidence-based and clinically relevant guidelines for enhancing the medical care for females with cervical cancer in Europe. Such initiatives, coupled with the rising number of surgeries undertaken for female reproductive organ disorders, are likely to contribute to the healthcare workwear market growth in the coming years.
The COVID-19 outbreak was first reported in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, and since then, it has spread at a fast pace worldwide. As of September 2020, the US, Brazil, India, Russia, Spain, and the UK are a few of the worst-affected countries in terms confirmed cases and reported deaths. As novel coronavirus is transmitted to healthy individuals through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes, healthcare professionals need to use high-quality workwear to protect themselves from the infection. This has further led to high demand for healthcare workwear such as personal protective equipment (PPE), gloves, and masks.
The companies operating in the healthcare work wear market are developing new and innovative reusable personal protective equipment to decrease medical waste and overall cost of PPE. In July 2020, Loyal Textile Mills Limited introduced the Viral Sheild, a new line of reusable PPE and masks, and protective clothing range with antimicrobial activity, particularly against the SARS-CoV-2. The product series was launched in collaboration with HeiQ from Switzerland and Reliance Industries India. The products have a triple-layered antimicrobial fabric treated with “HeiQViroblock.” HeiQViroblock is a technology invented in Switzerland. The new PPE has passed the synthetic blood penetration test, liquid barrier test, and viral penetration test. The reusable PPE products can be washed and sterilized 10 times for reuse. This product is the world’s first reusable PPE that has passed the viral penetration test. HeiQViroblock NPJ03 combines registered silver technology for antibacterial and antiviral effects and vesicle technology as a booster. The silver technology attracts the oppositely charged viruses and binds permanently to their sulfur groups. Further, the fatty spherical vesicle technology (liposomes) helps degrade the viral membrane of its cholesterol content in short time; thereby allowing silver to rapidly destroy the viruses.
Based on product type, the healthcare workwear market is segmented into cover alls, gowns, and others. The gowns segment led the healthcare workwear market with the largest share in 2019.The gowns used by healthcare professionals are majorly classified into a surgical gowns, surgical isolation gowns, and nonsurgical gowns. Surgical gowns are worn by healthcare personnel during surgical procedures to avoid the exchange of body fluids, microorganisms, and particulate matter between themselves and patients. The globally rising number of surgical procedures supports the growth of the market for the gowns segment.
Based on end use, the healthcare workwear market is segmented into hospitals, home healthcare, outpatient/primary care facilities, and others. The hospitals segment led the healthcare workwear market with the greatest share in 2019. The healthcare workwear market has witnessed significant growth owing to the tremendous increase in the number of hospitals and healthcare facilities. Demographic shifts and societal changes are leading to surge in pressure on health systems and generating demand for new directions in the delivery of healthcare. The rising geriatric population worldwide is also contributing to the growth of the healthcare sector.
Key players in the healthcare workwear market include 3M, Alpha Pro Tech, Ansell Limited, Cardinal Health, Derekduck Industry Corp., O&M Halyard, International Enviroguard, Tronex International, Inc., KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION, and Surgeine Healthcare (India) Pvt. Ltd. The companies are adopting various strategies to increase their market share. Expansion strategy is adopted by the companies to expand their footprint in developed and developing countries or increase their service capacity and portfolio. Strategies and business planning in expansion help them address the growing market demand.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Healthcare Workwear Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Healthcare Workwear Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2019 | US$ 2.37 Billion |
| Market Size by 2027 | US$ 4.75 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2019 - 2027) | 9.2% |
| Historical Data | 2017-2018 |
| Forecast period | 2020-2027 |
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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The Healthcare Workwear Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Healthcare Workwear Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The List of Companies - Healthcare Workwear Market
The major players operating in the global healthcare workwear market are 3M, Alpha Pro Tech, Ansell Limited, Cardinal Health, Derekduck Industry Corp., O&M Halyard, International Enviroguard, Tronex International, Inc., KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION, Surgeine Healthcare (India) Pvt. Ltd. among many others.
In 2019, Europe held the largest share of the global healthcare workwear market. The increasing surgical procedures lead to the dominancy of the region in the healthcare workwear market.Increasing cases of hospital-acquired infections, an increase in the number of surgeries and healthcare workers, a highly developed healthcare system, growing healthcare expenditure, and the presence of major market players are some of the prominent factors propelling the market growth.
The gowns segment held the largest share in the global healthcare workwear market in 2019. The gowns used by healthcare professionals are majorly classified into a surgical gown, surgical isolation gowns, and non-surgical gowns. A surgical gown is a personal protective garment worn by health care personnel during surgical procedures. It is used to protect both the health care personnel and patient from the transfer of body fluids, microorganisms, and particulate matter. The rising number of surgical procedures across the globe leads to the growth of gowns segment.